Rampardos
Smack Down
Rock Slide
Rampardos is a Rock-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Sinnoh region (#409, Generation 4). With a max CP of 3,728 and base stats of 295/109/219 (Atk/Def/Sta), Rampardos has a total stat product of 623. Rampardos's best moveset is Smack Down and Rock Slide, making it a competitive Rock-type attacker for raids.
Rampardos is weak to Fighting, Grass, Ground, Steel, Water-type moves. It resists Fire, Flying, Normal, Poison-type attacks. Rampardos is a 5.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Rankings
Smack Down
Rock Slide
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Rampardos's best offensive moveset is Smack Down combined with Rock Slide, achieving 15.4 DPS and 356 TDO as a Rock-type attacker (ranked #17, Tier B).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Smack Down (13 DPS), while Zen Headbutt generates energy the fastest (9 EPS).
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Rampardos as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsRampardos is not currently available as a raid boss. When Rampardos returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Rampardos from raids would have 1884 CP at level 20, or 2355 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Rampardos
Rampardos is weak to Fighting, Grass, Ground, Steel, Water-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
Rampardos as Raid Counter
Rampardos is an effective raid counter against the following Pokemon.
How to Get Rampardos
Rampardos evolves from Cranidos using 50 Candy.
A Shadow version of Rampardos is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Rampardos knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 5,000 Stardust and 5 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Rampardos as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.
Rampardos Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Rampardos in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Rampardos from raids or eggs will show 1,884 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Rampardos is a Rock-type Pokemon with a stat total of 623. With its high Attack stat (295), Rampardos is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Watch out for Fighting, Grass, Ground, Steel, Water-type moves when using Rampardos. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Rampardos's performance.
Rampardos's moves get a damage boost in Partly Cloudy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 75,000 Stardust and 75 Candy. With 3 charged moves available, a second move gives Rampardos much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Rampardos?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Situational
Rampardos is a solid but not elite Rock-type attacker, sitting at Tier B (#17) in raid performance. With a max CP of 3,728 and base stats of 295/109/219, it can fill a role on your team if you lack stronger Rock-type counters. The best moveset is Smack Down paired with Rock Slide. Consider investing if you need a Rock-type attacker now, but hold off on XL Candy investment as better alternatives exist. A useful stepping stone rather than an endgame pick.
Shadow vs Regular: Shadow Rampardos deals 20% more damage but takes ~20% more. For raids, Shadow is generally the better investment. For PvP, evaluate matchups carefully — the bulk loss can be significant.